The Stadiou St store opened in late 2003, transferring most of the custom from the somewhat dated Ermou St branch. It sells a wide variety of sports brands in the basement, with cosmetics, clothing, bags and shoes for all ages on the floors above

Brits may be disappointed by this scaled-down version of their high-street staple. Don't expect to find those delicious eats or the latest designs, but you can buy underwear, much of the Per Una line, casual outfits and swimwear

Painfully chic, incredibly pricey and somewhat snooty, Luisa sells a range of labels including Stella McCartney, Ralph Lauren, Lanvin, Roberto Cavalli, Narciso Rodriguez and shoes by Jimmy Choo. Can't face the pricetags? Pop into the stock shop next door, where last season's pieces are sold for up to 70 percent off

Diane von Furstenburg wrap dresses and flimsy floral tops are sold here alongside a selection of itsy-bitsy bikinis, hot pants, summer frocks and other pieces from a variety of both lesser-known and established international labels

The Athens home of Sophia Kokosalaki's clothing, this quiet, white minimalist shop also stocks representative pieces from Comme des Garcons, Balenciaga, and Martine Sitbon, among other idiosyncratic names, and Greeks Angelos Frentzos and Filep Motwary

Galle 10 Kolkotroni St, Kifissia, tel 210-623-0859

Come here for the humorous yet beautiful Anya Hindmarch totes, the shoes by Emma Hope and the distinguished clothing from Lolita Lempicka, Alessandro dell Acqua, Paul Smith and many others

Elina Lembessi 13 Irakleitou St, tel 210-363-1731

Lembessi's own timelessly attractive, pretty patterns are showcased alongside creations by a handful of local designers including Mia Oeser, whose embroidered, sequinned tops and bikinis are must-haves for summer

Afternoon 1 Deinokratous St, tel 210-722-5380

Introduce yourself to Greek fashion at this stylish store, part of the St George Lycabettus Hotel, where the labels include high-flying Yiorgos Eleftheriades (who shows in Paris) along with stars on the rise such as Pavlos Kyriakidis, Vaso Consola, Lena Katsanidou and Chara Lebessi, among many others

Ice Cube 28 Tsakalof St, tel 210-362-5669

Designs from Greek duos Deux Hommes and Aesthetic Theory, bags and bijoux from a selection of Greek artists and garments and accessories from labels ranging from Gharani Strok to Alice Temperley and Lara Bohinc

Soho Soho 8 Kolokotroni St, Kifissia, tel 210-623-4707

This funky little emporium started out on Mykonos, where it was - and still is - the number one place to buy kaftans, sandals and elegantly casual beachwear. The Kifissia branch similarly sells trendy bits and pieces from a well-chosen assortment of local and international brands

YEShop 28 Pindarou St, tel 210-361-5278

Yiorgos Eleftheriades' quirky tailoring is for men and women who appreciate impeccable cutting, quality fabrics and uncoventional designs

Lena Katsanidou - Where to Wear

17 Alopekis & Loukianou sts, tel 210-722-3923

Colourful, eye-catching and original, Katsanidou's clothes and accessories are beloved by the Athenian celebrity crowd

Classic suits and workwear alongside a funkier selection of catwalk-inspired pieces for twenty- and thirty-somethings

Zara 59 Stadiou St, tel 210-324-3101; branches throughout Athens

The Spanish chain dominates the Greek high street - and why wouldn't it, with such laughable prices and up-to-the-minute fashions? On Ermou St alone there are three branches, and everywhere you look you will see people carrying the bulging black paper bags

Karen Millen 11 Anagnostopoulou St, tel 210-362-3172

England's high-street-meets-designer brand for stylish dressers at the higher end of the pay scale comes to Athens

Puma 17 Kanari St, tel 210-361-0516

Sporty clothing, must-have trainers and sunglasses. The limited editions are particularly popular

Mango 39 Ermou St, tel 210-322-7657

Priced slightly higher than its compatriot Zara, Mango has a tempting range of clothes, bags and shoes

A shoe-lover's favourite, this bustling shop sells last season's footwear and seconds at half price or less from a variety of high-end names including Manolo Blahnik, Emma Hope, Kate Space, Narciso Rodriguez and Tod's, as well as trendy sandals and bags from cheaper labels

The woman behind this year's revamped Olympic medals, Votsi is acclaimed for her stocky gold rings with slabs of semi-precious stone and her distinctive necklaces that combine aquamarine, coral and other colourful elements with gold

Eleni Marneri Creative Gallery

3 Agathoupoleos St, Patission, tel 210-866-8195

Inspired exhibitions and a permanent collection of unusual precious and semi-precious jewellery by a selection of upcoming Greek artists

Maria Mastori 24 Alopekis St, tel 210-722-0062

Unique rings, earrings and pendants handmade with gold combined with semi-precious stones, feathers, silk or even wire and plastic characterise this exceptional jewellery designer's work

With some of the finest products currently on the global market sitting on its shelves - St Tropez whipped self-tanning mousse, Terax and Bumble & bumble hair care, Annick Goutal perfumes, Bliss Spa and Fresh body creams - the name of this beauty boutique sums it up

Londoners know it from the King's Road store, New Yorkers and Parisians from the shelves of Henri Bendels and Galeries Lafayette, respectively. In Greece you can find the natural-based, reasonably-priced, minimalistically-packaged Korres products in most chemists, but in Pangrati, at the humble homeopathic pharmacy from which it was first launched, you can find the full range, including travel sizes

MAC 44 Ermou St, tel 210-325-8260; branches around the city

ATHENS NEWS , 16/08/2004, page: A37

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As u have seen Kolonaki and Kifisia are the places where all "good" shops are in Athens! As a matter of fact Kolonaki is one of the most expencive places in Europe! Its great there! U can meet anyone!!!

Skoufa, Tsakalof, Anagnostopoulou are streets with great shops!!!

If u are here for the Olympics i suggest u have to visit this place! You will love it!!! Its downtown, under the Hill of Lukavittos, and near Suntagma square!!!

Originally posted by Envy@Aug 29 2004, 10:44 AMAs u have seen Kolonaki and Kifisia are the places where all "good" shops are in Athens! As a matter of fact Kolonaki is one of the most expencive places in Europe! Its great there! U can meet anyone!!!

Skoufa, Tsakalof, Anagnostopoulou are streets with great shops!!!

If u are here for the Olympics i suggest u have to visit this place! You will love it!!! Its downtown, under the Hill of Lukavittos, and near Suntagma square!!!
Try it!!!

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Envy, please tell me you are based in Athens, i certainly love to share with a fellow Athenian here at tFS